Officer-involved shooting, Fuyao fire update, Flyers play in Dayton and more local headlines

When I woke up early this morning and began my shift, I knew right away this was going to be a busy news morning. To save you time, I have assessed what important local news we have and have mapped things out in this newsletter for you in a way that can fit your busy schedule. So without wasting a moment, let’s dive right in...

🚨 Officer-involved shooting: One person is dead after being shot by Dayton police in downtown Tuesday evening, according to Dayton police Chief Kamran Afzal. We have information on what we know now, video and a map of where it happened here.

🚒 Fuyao fire update: The city of Moraine announced that, while there are continuing flare-ups, the fire at Fuyao Glass America’s Moraine manufacturing plant is under control. In a statement sent Tuesday afternoon, the city said that there would be someone monitoring the building through the night. Meanwhile, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency staff are monitoring the air near Fuyao Glass America — and so far, agency monitors are finding air pollution at “acceptable” levels, a spokesman for the agency’s Chicago office said Tuesday.

🏀 Flyers in Dayton: The Dayton Flyers will host their first NIT game in 16 years tonight when they face Illinois State in the quarterfinal round at UD Arena. You can read about how to watch it here, and if you are going to the game, you can read about what you need to know before leaving home here. Our David Jablonski has a preview of tonight’s game as well.

🤝🏽 COMMUNITY GEMS: You can now nominate someone doing something great in your community! The Dayton Daily News Community Gems initiative highlights and honors people who give their time and effort to improve the lives of their neighbors and community. The series recognizes people, nominated by you, who make the community better and through their small acts add positivity and goodwill throughout the region.

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LIFE

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CRIME & PUBLIC SAFETY

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SPORTS

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NATION & WORLD

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NEW BALLPARK FOOD: Dirty soda, ‘premium smokehouse hot dogs’ and more added to Day Air Ballpark concessions for Dragons season

It’s almost time for Day Air Ballpark to open its gates once again as the Dayton Dragons team kicks off its 26th season! I’m ready for some Dragons baseball, are you?! Our Alex Cutler reports that Professional Sports Catering, which has been in charge of the concessions there since 2012, has unveiled several new and refreshed food items available throughout the stadium. We have photos and descriptions for you here. I will totally be buying some of the green-colored popcorn this season...

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